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You have a 1996 neon and the fuel pump fuse keeps blowing sometime it will go for month without problem then notice blows replace fuses over one after another after?

There are a few possible reasons why the fuel pump fuse in your 1996 Neon keeps blowing.

* Fuel pump is drawing too much current. The fuel pump is a high-power electrical device, and if it is drawing too much current, it can cause the fuse to blow. This can be caused by a faulty fuel pump, a short circuit in the fuel pump wiring, or a problem with the fuel pump controller.

* Fuel pump relay is faulty. The fuel pump relay is an electrical switch that turns the fuel pump on and off. If the relay is faulty, it can cause the fuel pump to run continuously, which can blow the fuse.

* Faulty wiring. If there is a short circuit or other wiring problem in the fuel pump circuit, it can cause the fuse to blow.

To troubleshoot the problem, you will need to check the fuel pump, the fuel pump relay, and the wiring. You can do this yourself, but if you are not comfortable working with electrical systems, you should take your car to a qualified mechanic.

Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot the problem:

1. Check the fuel pump. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel pump and measure the resistance across the fuel pump terminals. The resistance should be between 5 and 10 ohms. If the resistance is too high or too low, the fuel pump is faulty and needs to be replaced.

2. Check the fuel pump relay. Remove the fuel pump relay from the relay box and check the terminals for corrosion or damage. If the terminals are corroded or damaged, the relay needs to be replaced.

3. Check the wiring. Inspect the wiring in the fuel pump circuit for any signs of damage, such as cuts, burns, or corrosion. If you find any damaged wires, they need to be repaired or replaced.

Once you have checked the fuel pump, the fuel pump relay, and the wiring, you should be able to determine why the fuel pump fuse keeps blowing. If you are still having problems, you should take your car to a qualified mechanic for further diagnosis.